The arrival of frost also signals the approaching holidays here in the Show Me State. The end of November officially kicks off Christmas celebrations and Missouri's most festive Christmas towns will leave visitors feeling downright cheery! For the ultimate Christmas celebration take this magical road trip that goes from one charming Christmas town to the next. Drive across the state for some holly jolly fun, but if you need to alter the directions of your trip you can find a link to the map here.
Check out the map of the route before you head out on the ultimate Christmastime road trip.
This route takes you through the most charming Christmas towns in all of Missouri. From Christmas past to Christmas present these town have it all.
1. St. Louis
Visit St. Louis where you can see treasured light displays at Anheuser-Busch, St. Louis Zoo, Missouri Botanical Gardens, and Tiles Park. In addition there are many great activities like house tours, skating rinks, and Christmas programs available all season long.
2. St. Charles
The St. Charles Christmas Traditions festival lasts all month long in Historic St. Charles. Enjoy the Christmas trimmings on the cobble stone streets, the lively Christmas time characters, and the parade every Saturday. In addition to all the holiday cheer visitors can dine in one of the many amazing restaurants or shop in the unique boutiques. Check out the event page here.
3. Hermann
This Missouri wine destination is also the perfect place to celebrate holidays. Visit the 24th Annual Kristkindl Markt at Stone Hill Winery, Hermann Farm for traditions from Christmas past, or Pea Ridge Christmas tree farm to cut your own! For more information check out the Visit Herman website here.
4. Warrensburg
One of the most magical Christmas celebrations happens every year in Warrensburg. On the first Saturday of December store fronts of Downtown Warrensburg will be brought to life for the annual Charles Dickens Christmas event. On the streets of Warrensburg you can enjoy Victorian carolers, carriage rides, holiday traditions, and a tree lighting ceremony. For information about the event visit their Facebook page here.
5. Kansas City
In Missouri's largest city you can find some of the most magical light displays, live nativity scenes, and special holiday performances. With different holiday activities going on across the city daily you and your family can find the perfect holiday event! Some classic KC holiday traditions include the Nutcracker at Muriel Kauffman Theater, Santa's arrival at Crown Plaza, and the Festival of Lights at Powell Gardens.
This road trip is packed with Christmas cheer and most of the holiday activities will kick off this weekend. Have you visited any of these towns during the holiday season? Tell us about it in the comments below.
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